JEEP PATRIOT 2012: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V233000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JEEP | PATRIOT | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-06-21 | 2013-06-04 | 2013-06-04 |
Production Dates: 2008-05-06 - 2012-07-20
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: N01
Component: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 254396
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Chrysler Group LLC "Chrysler" is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Jeep Compass and Patriot vehicles manufactured May 6, 2008, through July 20, 2012. The affected vehicles have a software error which may result in a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the seatbelt pre-tensioners and/or side airbags.
In the event of a rollover necessitating airbag deployment, the software error can lead to a delayed deployment or non-deployment of the side curtain airbag and/or seatbelt pre-tensioners. As a result, vehicle occupants have an increased risk of injury in a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software free of charge. The recall began June 21, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall number is N01.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.
